interactive smart panel class activities for teachers

Interactive whiteboard class activities for teachers

Teaching can be extremely difficult. Arming yourself and your teachers with the best possible tools to plan captivating lessons, deliver engaging classes and generally keep your students engaged is one […]

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Healthier Heroes pioneers supported housing strategy with the ActivPanel

Healthier Heroes Case Study Supported housing has a critical role to play in society, and is often the crucial step in helping homeless people return to the community. However, as […]

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The benefits of technology in education

The classroom has changed dramatically in recent years. Sure, the overall concept is the same: a number of desks all facing the same way with a teacher at the front […]

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Top 10 (and More) Influential Teachers on Social Media

The last year of lockdowns has had a profound impact on the way our children learn. With schools closed for the majority of the year, online and distance learning has […]

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What will make an exceptional school in 2024?

After schools’ objectives were derailed by the disruption of COVID-19, they’ve reviewed what’s most important about a student’s education. Is it nurturing their growth in a safe environment? Or securing […]

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How to Engage Students in a Hybrid Learning Class

While the recent changes within education have been rapid, it has not been easy for teachers to focus on student engagement, which remains a critical part of student success. Hybrid […]

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Keeping up momentum — how positive changes to school IT usage can be maintained in 2024

Will edtech usage decline over the years if educators return to traditional teaching methods they find more manageable and reliable? Or do educators want to deepen their reliance on edtech […]

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Student-led vs. teacher-led learning

Student-led learning has gained pace over the last several years. It means a departure from a traditional classroom set up, giving pupils more autonomy and encouraging them to take more […]

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Rounded classroom strategies: why you need one

Have you ever considered why some classrooms are configured a certain way; the teacher at the front, students in rows facing them? Also, why the back row has negative connotations. […]

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Rounded classrooms: how to get one

Perhaps it’s about adapting the school’s teaching to all students’ abilities and strengths. Or maybe it means teachers delivering engaging, interactive lessons that motivate and inspire pupils all throughout the […]

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Fast forward one year with our ActivPanel – Romiley Primary School

Mark Ownsworth, Year 4 Teacher at Romiley Primary School, previously won an ActivPanel through the Promethean Grant. A year into their journey with the interactive flat panel display, Mark explains […]

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How to run a successful academy edtech pilot

Academies, particularly those forming part of a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT), are often on the lookout for new tech. The problem is knowing which tools, software, and devices will work for […]

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Lenham Primary School case study

Investing in Technology and Confidence with the ActivPanel A bit of background Situated in the rural community of Lenham is Lenham Primary School, a good school with a family feel. […]

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Top five IT challenges for headteachers

Today’s educational leaders recognise the role technology can play in helping them meet their strategic aims and attainment targets. In reality, edtech is not always being used as effectively as […]

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Whalley Primary School Case Study

The ActivPanel is an investment in our children’s future The interactive display is great for collaborative learning with the multi-touch feature allowing small groups to all use the panel at […]

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Students using technology in the classroom.

Five ways to maximise engagement in primary schools

Engaging students is one of the biggest challenges facing teachers now and in the future. Sustaining their interest can be difficult, and a lack of understanding about what ‘engagement’ actually […]

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